Can't assist much on the expertise department but I may be able to help in
other ways. Tell whoever it is to pmail me and I will see what I can do. I
happen to have two good running 87's (one 2wd & one Syncro) on hand for
comparison and possibly parts loaner. I also have access to a Vanagon
specialty shop in the area. If worst comes to worst, you can always take it
in there.

If you have fuel and spark it should start. If you say you have spark at the
plugs why would you think it's an ignition problem? It may stumble and run
rough but still should start.

BenT
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Cafe</A>